Well behaved

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adjective

Someone who is polite and does what is expected or asked.

The children were all well behaved during the visitors' tour of the school.
Visual representation of "well behaved" - Someone who is polite and does what is expected or asked

Often appears as...

  • well behaved children
  • well behaved dog

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Approving

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Expectation Match

Use 'well behaved' when someone acts as expected in social or formal situations.

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Even at the lively party, the well behaved teenagers respected the house rules.
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Cultural Nuance

'Well behaved' can imply different behaviors according to different cultural standards.

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In some cultures, well behaved children greet adults with a handshake.
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Positive Connotation

It's a compliment suggesting respect for rules and good manners.

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Martha is well behaved; she always listens attentively and waits her turn to speak.
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